Establishes a Worker Protection Unit within the Attorney General's Office to enforce labor laws.
The bill creates a Worker Protection Unit within the Illinois Attorney General's Office. This unit will focus on enforcing labor laws, ensuring workers are paid properly, workplaces are safe, and businesses compete fairly. The unit will have powers to investigate, subpoena documents, inspect premises, and interview workers. It can also seek court orders to compel witnesses to testify or produce evidence. The unit aims to protect workers and businesses from unfair practices, ensuring a fair economic environment in Illinois.
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